$3Crossword Detective
Game #1651 · $3 ticket
About This Game
Crossword Detective is a $3 scratchers from the California Lottery with overall odds of 1 in 4.
With a current return of 66¢ per dollar, this game offers solid value among California scratchers. The return rate has held relatively steady since this game launched.
The top prize of $25K is still largely unclaimed, with 6 of 6 prizes outstanding. Prizes are distributed across many tiers, giving players frequent smaller wins. Notably, you have a 1 in 4 chance of at least breaking even — better than most games at this price.
Crossword Detective is currently the #1 ranked $3 scratchers in California by Serious Score — the top pick at this price point.
With an estimated 90% of tickets still available, there is plenty of stock remaining.